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Churchill Downs Racing Tipsheet – April 30, 2024

Welcome to today's thrilling races at Churchill Downs, featuring a diverse card with plenty of opportunities for betting enthusiasts. Here are the highlights and predictions for today’s top races:

Race 1 – Claiming, $40,000

  • Music City Star (#3), starting with odds of 8-1, might surprise today given the potential for speed on this 6-furlong dirt course.
  • Dreamster (#1) at 8-5 is the solid favorite, but keep an eye on Blame Day (#5) for a possible show at 5-2.

Race 2 – Claiming, $32,000

  • In this 1 1/16 mile dirt challenge, My Good Fortune (#3) could be the pick at 6-1, offering a promising return.
  • Luna Moth (#6) and Jump Into the Fire (#2) are also strong contenders in what looks to be a competitive field.

Race 3 – Starter Allowance, $52,000

  • Sense You Left (#2), priced at 5-2, is likely to lead the pack with J R Velazquez in the saddle.
  • Condiment Girl (#1) and Ghostly Night (#5) should not be underestimated either, adding depth to the race.

Race 4 – Maiden Special Weight, $120,000

  • Bettera (#5) and Mo Rum (#3), both at 8-1, offer intriguing options in this maiden test over 1 1/4 miles.

Race 5 – Allowance, $127,000

  • Phileas Fogg (#7) is the favorite at 3-1 in this mid-distance turf race, with Luna Vieja (#4) as a potential dark horse at 12-1.

Race 6 – Claiming, $10,000

  • Collect a Lil (#4) at 8-5 is the likely front-runner in this mile dirt race.
  • Outsiders like Ella Frances (#8) and Floris (#2) provide enticing alternatives for exacta and trifecta bets.

Race 7 – Claiming, $30,000

  • Miss Tappy Tone (#4) at 7-2 could take today's race over a challenging 1 1/16 miles, with Transparency (#3) close behind.

Race 8 – Allowance Optional Claiming, $134,000

  • A quick 5-furlong turf sprint where Admissible (#8) at 6-1 and Quick Munny (#4) at 7-2 are top picks to check out.

Race 9 – Maiden Claiming, $50,000

  • The final race of the day features Blast Furnace (#6) and Grand Sam (#7) as potential standouts in a wide-open field over 6 furlongs.

Today’s lineup at Churchill Downs promises plenty of action with these selections poised to perform. Whether you’re betting on favorites or looking for value in long shots, best of luck, and enjoy the races!

Ron Raymond

Ron Raymond is a well-known sports handicapper who runs ATS Stats and the Raymond REPORT. He has over 21 years of experience in the industry and provides expert analysis and predictions for various sports, including football, baseball, hockey, and basketball.

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